LGBTQ Sports Hall of Fame Press Conference 2026 Class of Inductee Announcement

CHICAGO - Jan. 8, 2026 - PRLog -- Who: LGBTQ Sports Hall of Fame, dedicated to honoring the achievements and contributions of LGBTQ athletes, coaches, advocates, and sports enthusiasts in the world of sports, was founded at the Center on Halsted in 2013 and is coming home to announce this year's honorees. The group's mission is to celebrate diversity, promote inclusion, and inspire future generations by recognizing the courage, talent, and perseverance of LGBTQ individuals who have broken barriers and made a lasting impact on the sporting community. Through education, advocacy, and celebration, we strive to create a more inclusive and equitable sporting landscape where every athlete can thrive authentically, inclusive of sexual orientation, gender identity, and gender expression.

What: Press conference to announce the honorees selected to be inducted into the LGBTQ Sports Hall of Fame at a celebration gala in New York City on June 25, 2026.

When: 11:00 am on January 20, 2026

Where: Center on Halsted 3656 N. Halsted St. Chicago, IL 60613
NOTE: The press conference will also be livestreamed. For the livestreaming information, please email kitty@kurthlampe.com

Why: Inductees for the 2026 class will be announced at the press conference. They will be formally inducted at the gala in New York City on June 25, 2026.

How: Call or email Kitty Kurth for more information or to arrange an interview. Phone is (312) 617-7288, Email is kitty@kurthlampe.com

About the LGBTQ Sports Hall of Fame:
Celebrating Excellence and Legacy in Athletics. In 2013, the National Gay and Lesbian Hall of Fame was established to honor exceptional members of the LGBTQ community who have made significant and lasting contributions to the world of athletics. Over the years, 49 remarkable individuals have been inducted, each celebrated for their groundbreaking achievements and their influence on sports and beyond. The last induction class was recognized in 2015, marking a historic chapter in the Hall of Fame's legacy. https://www.sportsequalityfoundation.org/hall-of-fame

About Center on Halsted:
Center on Halsted is the Midwest's most comprehensive LGBTQ+ community center, serving people of all ages through programs in mental health, youth services, HIV/STI care, senior support, arts and cultural engagement, and advocacy. Founded in 1973 as Gay Horizons, a volunteer-led information clearinghouse, the organization has grown into a community hub with multiple locations across Chicago. Learn more at www.centeronhalsted.org. (http://www.centeronhalsted.org/)